But, with the holy days of Ramadan now over, Hindi cinema reopens with a bang thanks to Don, a remake of a classic hit from 1978.

This time round it's Shah Rukh Khan - the current 'Badshah of Bollywood' or 'King' - who steps into the shoes of original star Amitabh Bachchan.

The year is 2006 and cash-strapped father Vijay is recruited by police officer Desilva (Boman Irani) to masquerade as Don, a gangster living on the edge.

Vijay infiltrates Don's cartel and succeeds in giving Desilva the information he needs to bring it down.

Shockingly, Desilva is killed and the only people who know the truth about Vijay are Don's gang.

On the run to save himself, Vijay is helped by Roma (Priyanka Chopra), and Jasjit (Arjun Rampal), for their own personal reasons. But, if he's wanted by police and the gang, will Vijay be successful in his mission?

This remake appears stylish and glossy but does move at a slow pace compared to the original. Shah Rukh Khan is on top form as Don, but his Vijay character lacks the same realism.

Priyanka Chopra wins audience hearts as the daredevil Roma while director Farhan Akhtar keeps pretty close to the original storyline.

One thing's for sure, this version will be appreciated by cinemagoers who have not seen the original.